George E. Purple House

The George E. Purple House, located at 338 Sunset Ave. in LaGrange, Illinois, is a stunning example of Italian Renaissance Revival architecture, designed by William G. Carnegie and completed in 1928. Notable for its green tile hipped roof, large first-floor windows, and intricate decorative elements like bas-relief urns and brick quoins, this historic home was commissioned by George E. Purple, founder of the Flexible Steel Lacing Company. Although Purple passed away in 1930, his family lived in the house until 1944. It was recognized for its historical significance and added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2005, making it an interesting site for both tourists and researchers interested in architectural history.